Post by soccerloafer on May 10, 2019 9:47:36 GMT -5

For whatever reason, he's hit his ceiling with AU. Time to move on to another opportunity to get more quality field time if he's going to be a real pro. Not a knock on AC, I thought he contributed just fine when he did get on the main stage.

Post by Futsal Gawdess on May 10, 2019 9:55:13 GMT -5

He is going to have to rehab his image. He could always count on getting an option to showcase his skills at the Nat'l Team level and world cup stage. It that goes away, i'm not sure what's next for him. He may have to go into the USL full-time to show what he's capable of. Or go to Europe and work his way back up through lower leagues. Finally, he needs someone to give him an honest assessment of his strengths and weaknesses to position himself for success.

Post by Futsal Gawdess on May 10, 2019 10:51:31 GMT -5

I think his mistake was not in signing a home-grown deal, but in signing before the full accompaniment of players and most importantly the coach were chosen, hired and signed. You want a coach that believes in your and sees something in you. In turn he is more likely to push and develop you sooner to join the first team. The other home-grown players around the league that have flourished have been because they are identified and pushed up by the current coach. He may have realized that AU might not have been the place to sign, when you have the likes of Miggy, Barco, Gressel, Larentowicz, Remedi and Nagbe to contend with. I mean, technically Pity too is a midfielder. I feel for the guy and don't know what if anything he can do. Don't home-grown players sign a 3-5 year contract initially?

According to this article, Tata not releasing him last callup is what hurt his chances this time around

"Carleton missed out on U-20 World Cup qualifying in the fall when then-manager manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino declined to release the player from his club duties as Atlanta was making a playoff run. Ramos said missing those games hurt Carleton’s chances of making the final squad for this summer’s World Cup."

According to this article, Tata not releasing him last callup is what hurt his chances this time around

"Carleton missed out on U-20 World Cup qualifying in the fall when then-manager manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino declined to release the player from his club duties as Atlanta was making a playoff run. Ramos said missing those games hurt Carleton’s chances of making the final squad for this summer’s World Cup."

Interestingly -- these quotes are in the article also, so something has happened recently or somebody isn't telling the entire truth....

“His mentality’s been perfect,” ATL UTD 2 head coach Stephen Glass said recently after training. “It’s never been an issue. The days that he’s trained with us, he’s been great. He’s a young professional, he’s a good professional and he’s going to be a top player. So I wouldn’t expect anything different.”

De Boer and Ramos agree with Glass’ assessment of Carleton’s mentality.

“I’m very satisfied with his performance, his attitude, in training and also when he enters the game,” de Boer said.

Post by oraclesfriend on May 12, 2019 19:38:17 GMT -5

According to this article, Tata not releasing him last callup is what hurt his chances this time around

"Carleton missed out on U-20 World Cup qualifying in the fall when then-manager manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino declined to release the player from his club duties as Atlanta was making a playoff run. Ramos said missing those games hurt Carleton’s chances of making the final squad for this summer’s World Cup."

Interestingly -- these quotes are in the article also, so something has happened recently or somebody isn't telling the entire truth....

“His mentality’s been perfect,” ATL UTD 2 head coach Stephen Glass said recently after training. “It’s never been an issue. The days that he’s trained with us, he’s been great. He’s a young professional, he’s a good professional and he’s going to be a top player. So I wouldn’t expect anything different.”

De Boer and Ramos agree with Glass’ assessment of Carleton’s mentality.

“I’m very satisfied with his performance, his attitude, in training and also when he enters the game,” de Boer said.

It does ALSO say he that he needs to improve his strength (aka hit the gym) and compares him to Daley Blind (not a bad person to be compared to IMO). Maybe he needs to watch the "in your face" videos that FG posted. He is still just a kid and if he buckles down and does the things he coach suggests I am sure he will be a success.

Post by Soccerhouse on May 14, 2019 12:04:56 GMT -5

I agree, but I just think if the issues are there, regardless of attrition of a roster, you either are good enough or not.I think its hard to judge the players with the 2s, it might be better this season, but last season it was every man for himself.

Post by gaprospects on May 15, 2019 20:13:36 GMT -5

They almost always take 19 or 20 guys on road trips in case someone who's going to be in the 18 picks up an injury pre-game. But it's pretty clear he's behind 19-year old Dion Pereira in the pecking order right now.

Should keep in mind that Josef, Tito, and possibly Pity will all be going to Copa America this summer, and Jamaica could also pick Romario for the Gold Cup. So there's a lot of potential holes in the attack on the horizon. Opportunity does exist down the line.

Post by Soccerhouse on May 15, 2019 20:23:04 GMT -5

They almost always take 19 or 20 guys on road trips in case someone who's going to be in the 18 picks up an injury pre-game. But it's pretty clear he's behind 19-year old Dion Pereira in the pecking order right now.

Should keep in mind that Josef, Tito, and possibly Pity will all be going to Copa America this summer, and Jamaica could also pick Romario for the Gold Cup. So there's a lot of potential holes in the attack on the horizon. Opportunity does exist down the line.

I really want to see him succeed and get a chance!! I guess many would argue he’s been given opportunities with the 2s and in every training session. I thought he’s looked good with the first team.

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